Construction Project Manager - Relocate to Townsville

Description

The Associate Director – Construction Project Engineer will join the Project and Programme Management team in Townsville, Queensland, acting as the second‑in‑command for the NQNT program. The role supports program delivery, oversees construction projects to ensure they meet approved designs and specifications, and emphasizes safety. Relocation assistance is available for candidates moving to sunny Townsville.

• Lead projects and serve as second‑in‑command to the NQNT program management team, supporting delivery.
• Conduct client‑facing activities and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.
• Mentor and develop team members to build internal capability.
• Perform design reviews, constructability assessments and claims evaluations.
• Drive business growth through work‑winning initiatives and program development.

Requirements

Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and be RPEQ‑registered or eligible. The ideal applicant brings at least 15 years of experience on major civil infrastructure projects, preferably with authorities such as TMR, Main Roads, VicRoads or DTP, and possesses a generalist engineering background. Strong leadership, mentoring, stakeholder management and the ability to support complex program delivery are essential.

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (RPEQ required or attainable).
• Possess at least 15 years of experience delivering major civil infrastructure projects, preferably with TMR/Main Roads or similar authorities.
• Demonstrate strong project leadership, mentoring, and stakeholder management skills.
• Have a generalist mindset with exposure to multiple engineering disciplines.
• Exhibit leadership aspirations and ability to support program delivery on complex projects.

Benefits

AECOM provides a range of flexible work options, including alternative hours, part‑time, job‑sharing and hybrid arrangements, as well as the ability to purchase up to six weeks of extra annual leave. Employees also benefit from volunteer and representation leave and flexible public‑holiday scheduling. The company welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and offers adjustments for candidates with disabilities or neurodiverse needs.

• Offer flexible work arrangements including alternative start/finish times, part‑time, job‑sharing and hybrid options.
• Provide the option to purchase up to six weeks of additional annual leave per year.
• Include volunteer and representation leave.
• Allow flexible public holidays, enabling swaps of Easter or other holidays.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance